Application window is expected to close on 04/16/2025.
However, the job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
As Strategy & Planning Manager, you will work closely with our Business Development teams to design and own operational processes, enhance cross-functional visibility, and support the design and launch of strategic partnerships. You will work on a fast-paced and dynamic team responsible for providing operational support and accelerating partnership activities in collaboration with the Business Development Managers.
Build and manage operational processes to track internal and external partnership-related workstreams and deliver strategic insights to key stakeholder.
Work with BD and cross functional Cisco teams to design and implement a best-in-class experience for our partners
Develop and manage cross-functional engagement processes to align Business Development with Cisco teams, ensuring visibility, strategic alignment, and participation in key business cadences
Support BD leadership in defining partnership focus areas, setting business goals, and tracking key initiatives to drive business impact and execution.
4+ years of experience in business operations, business development, product management, or go to market strategy
- Experience with PowerPoint, Salesforce, or equivalent systems, and project management tools such as Airtable.
- Experience designing processes, strategy and collaborating with multiple organizations teams
- Experience working in large organizations in a role requiring cross-functional collaboration
MBA
- Experience working in an internal strategy and/or operations role at a tech company or at a strategy firm with expertise in strategic planning and operational execution
- Understanding of GTM motions in SaaS software industry
- Understanding of product development lifecycles
- Experience working with AI technology, SaaS software or hyperscalers
- Ability to craft clear, compelling narratives in written, verbal, and visual formats (e.g., PowerPoint)
- Skilled at driving processes and demonstrable progress in dynamic, fast-moving environments with a high degree of ambiguity
- Proactive self-starter who takes initiative, anticipates needs, and acts with urgency to drive outcomes
- Capable of building scalable operational frameworks that enhance alignment and execution across teams
- Adept at driving alignment, engagement, and collaboration across teams and leadership levels
- Effective team player skilled at fostering strong partnerships across functions to enhance teamwork and drive shared success